Recent content by oldleodensian

Supposedly a better clamp for holding records and a handle to turn the thing more easily, so doubt it's better at cleaning than the older one but maybe easier to use and less likely to get the labels wet (this mainly happens to mine because the thread on the clamp is broken). So not worth the...

Thanks, that's what I had always thought, but had previously been satisfied with the Knosti.....also curious if the cleaning results for some of my recently-bought 2nd hand records could be improved upon. Looks like I'm saving up and just stick with the ageing Knosti for now. Of course it...

As I said in the first post, I'm soon going to need to replace the Knosti. I don't know of anywhere in my vicinity that does a record cleaning service.I regularly buy 2nd hand records from record fairs and it's far preferable to clean them myself, for convenience sake and I'm able to play them...

New vinyl can also be full of clicks, pops, crackles etc that is caused by pressing defects. (I've had a few like this in recent years that have had to be replaced) Dissatisfaction that a record is noisy with clicks, pops etc does not mean that CD or download is the alternative. I find buying...

I've bought a few over the years from record fairs that look immaculate (or at least a strong ex grade) and then turned out to have really poor sound quality, full of crackles and clicks despite being thoroughly cleaned before playing. Must have been played on a rubbish turntable with a trashed...

The reviewer's preference for the Okki Nokki is clear enough, but no mention is made of the one thing that interests me most about the new Project VC-S.....its cleaning performance. If it gives improved record-cleaning performance over and above the Knosti with similar results to an Okki Nokki...

Anybody here seen one in use, or maybe even bought one? http://project-audio.com/main.php?prod=vc-s My Knosti will need replacing soon; bath leaks a bit, record holder is cracked and only just works and it appears to be cheaper to buy a whole new system than replace individual items. It's...

Although the Marantz is no doubt a great amp, I'd only buy after having a demo with Focal speakers. Due to: a) absence of resounding encouragement from Marantz owners that it partners well with Focal b) complicated logistics of seeking a demo of the Marantz against the Arcam c) already had...

Already know just how good it can sound with that Project TT and the Focal speakers. I spent an enjoyable afternoon demoing it, but at the time could not afford both, so the speakers were the preferential upgrade for initial step-up in performance. That was certainly the wisest choice, as the...

What source and speakers do you have it connected to?

Exactly what I had been thinking too; I'll need to wait longer to afford it, so it gives me plenty of time to continue the procrastination *scratch_one-s_head* *biggrin*

Absolutely agree, though it's interesting to see what other people have experienced. Having never heard Marantz amps, don't know how well it would partner the Focals. Loved the sound of the Arcam A19 with the Focal speakers during extensive in-store demo. Will it be as significant an upgrade...

So very true, sitting here enjoying music begs the question "why change anything" ..... However I am happy that I followed the desire to seek better speakers as that is without doubt a massive improvement. The NAD was an unbelievable bargain brand new at £70 back in 2008....not sure though...

Would either of these present an upgrade over my current system? Current set up is Project Xpression III, Project phono stage, NAD 325BEE and Focal Chorus 714 Floorstanders.I demoed the Focal speakers in-store with the Arcam and was seriously impressed, so much that I took the Focal speakers...

There are some other speakers without rear bass reflex ports that may be worth checking out: Acoustic Energy 100 and 300 series with front bass "slot" B&W 600 series newer version all have front ports Tannoy DC6 XT, new version with downward firing port Focal Chorus and Aria series And...